STEVENS POINT – Former Stevens Point Mayor Gary Wescott says he’s interested in filling out the remainder of Mayor Andrew Halverson’s term.

Wescott said he plans to turn in forms to file candidacy in the election early next week and that he would be honored to step forward and serve the community again. Halverson plans to leave office on Dec. 1 to take a job as vice president of business development at Ellis Stone Construction Co.

If chosen in an election by the City Council, Wescott would fill the position until April 20, when Halverson’s term is set to expire.

Wescott previously served as mayor of Stevens Point for 12 years, between 1995 and 2007. Wescott said he thinks he would be able to provide continuity of leadership because he previously held the position and also currently serves on the Police and Fire Commission.

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